13 Oct
204: Television release debut Marquee Moon in 1977
Marquee Moon was the 1977 debut from the ground breaking New York punk and new wave band Television. Television were one of the mainstay bands from the CBGB music scene in the mid-70’s. The album featured lyricist abd guitarist Tom Verlaine, second guitarist Richard Lloyd, bassist Fred Smith and drummer Billy Fica. Despite critical acclaim the album only garnered cult-like status. From the galloping opening track “See No Evil,” to the surreal guitar workout of the title track, Marquee Moon is incredible for its guitar interplay between Verlaine and Lloyd.
Perfect Sound Together review of Marquee Moon
NPR on Tom Verlaine